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2026-01-02T12:00:00-07:00

...SNOW AND WINTRY MIX FOR THURSDAY NIGHT INTO FRIDAY... .This set of Winter Weather Advisories has been issued due to concerns for mixed precipitation types given the recent colder weather and subsequently cold road temperatures. Do not expect significant or major accumulations amounts of ice and/or snow. Rain or wet snow falling on frozen surfaces can easily become very slick and exacerbated by compaction and/or frictional heating from tires on roadways. * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. There is a likelihood of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations up to one inch, up to two inches at Lookout Pass, and ice accumulations up to one-tenth of an inch. * WHERE...Evaro Hill, I-90 Lookout Pass to Alberton, Highway 200 Trout Creek to Heron, and Highway 200 Thompson Falls to Plains. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to noon MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes, especially over higher passes.


West Fork Fish Creek Headwaters, Sec. 6, T13n, R26w To Clearwater Crossing Trailhead, Sec. 6, T13n, R25w Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2025-12-31

The West Fork Fish Creek Headwaters to Clearwater Crossing Trailhead run in Montana is a popular whitewater river run.


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Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 700-1500 cfs. The segment mileage is approximately 10 miles long and has a class rating of III-IV.

The river rapids in this run include Big Timber Rapid, Pinball Rapid, S-Turn Rapid, and Hoot Owl Rapid. These rapids are known for their technicality and require experienced boaters. The run also has several sections that require portaging due to dangerous obstacles such as log jams and waterfalls.

The regulations for this area include the mandatory use of personal flotation devices (PFDs) and prohibiting camping within 200 feet of the riverbank. Additionally, all boaters must have a valid Montana fishing license and follow catch and release regulations for all fish species.

River Run Details

Last Updated 2025-12-31
River Levels 15300 cfs (10.34 ft)
Percent of Normal 195%
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Class Level None
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Reporting Streamgage USGS 12354500
       

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